10 Different Uses for Swaddle Blankets (Other than Swaddling)

Both of my baby girls have outgrown the swaddle stage but swaddling blankets continue to be my most useful baby item. I absolutely love swaddle blankets and I use them for EVERYTHING. I always have at least two in my car and one in every room of my house because they are seriously so handy!

Stroller Cover - As the mom of an infant, this is my absolute favorite way to use swaddle blankets. When your child falls asleep in the stroller (or infant car seat) and the stroller umbrella just isn't cutting it, this thing is a lifesaver. It's light enough that you don't have to worry about baby overheating but it's heavy enough to block out the sunlight or wind. Brilliant!

Burp Cloth - Have a baby that spits up a lot? Forget those tiny little burp cloths! Swaddle blankets are big enough to cover a huge area. Save your shirts, floors, and furniture! If you have a baby that spits up frequently, you totally understand how important these were to me when Baby C was just a few months old. 

Changing Pad/ Changing Pad Cover - I use swaddle blankets every single time I change my baby's diaper. Whether I'm changing the baby on the floor, the couch, on a public changing table...  Yes, they make diaper changing travel pads but that's just one more item you wouldn't need in your baby bag.

Photo Backdrop - Many swaddle blankets come with cute designs on them. You can use them as photo backdrops for your baby or even for other photo opportunities. I've found them so useful as photo backdrops for items I want to sell on Craigslist or even for blog posts!

Nursing Cover - I'm one of those women that has no problem nursing in public with no cover BUT I completely respect women who prefer nursing covers and a swaddle blanket is the perfect nursing cover. Light enough for baby to breathe but still covers everything.

Picnic/Tummy Time Blanket - Need something to lay out on the grass or carpet? Just reach for the nearest swaddle blanket! They are soft, strong, and perfect for any picnic out or tummy time moment!

Beach Cover Ups - Swaddle blankets make perfect beach sarongs! Just tie one around your waist and you're good to go! One less thing to pack for your day at the beach and fashionable too. 

Dry Towel - When in a pinch, just grab one of these useful blankets out of your diaper bag as a towel. They are great for spills, trips to the Splash Park, and other accidents that commonly occur with kids.

Imaginative Play - My five year old has found tons of uses for swaddle blankets! She uses them as baby doll blankets, superhero capes, dress-up ghosts, to make blanket forts, and she even asked me wrap one around her to make a baby sling for her! Swaddle blankets are absolutely great to help little ones with their imaginations! 

Light Blankets - Swaddle blankets keep out wind and excess sunlight so they make perfect light blankets for babies and children. They keep out wind and excess sunlight without being too warm. Perfect for Spring, Summer, and Fall!

My newest swaddle blankets are Snugglupagus Muslin Swaddle Blankets. They're a brand that's primarily in boutique baby stores but are now available online too! They are high-quality, super cute, and stylish too.  They come in a 3-Pack and can be found on their website at www.snugglupagus.net!

Do you use swaddle blankets for things other than swaddling? Do you have ideas that aren't on the list? Share below! 

Disclosure of  Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

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Ecocentric Mom Subscription Box Reveal - October 2015 Box

Monthly subscription boxes are one of my favorite things to review because I love trying new products and they usually include brands I've never even heard of before. Out of all the monthly subscription boxes I've tried over the years, this subscription box is actually my favorite one. It's the Ecocentric Mom "Mom & Baby" box!

At Ecocentric Mom, "each box is packed with goodies that are pure, healthy, useful and fun. They’re also specifically curated for your stage of motherhood. Choose between the pregnancy, mom & baby and mom subscription box, and switch to the next box when you’re ready." 

Part of me gets nervous when getting new subscription boxes because if you've never used the company before, you really never know what you are going to get. I was sent the October Ecocentric Mom box and I was so excited to see all of these great quality items in this cute little box. The gorgeous packaging was the just the beginning of my delight... I had finally found a box where I want to use every single product that comes in it! 

Let's take a look at all the goodies in this month's box!

Lasting Smiles Organic Lip Balm - Pure Pomegranate

$4.99 for a .15 oz. tube (full-size included)

This was actually one of my favorite things in the whole box. In the Michigan winters, lip balm is a necessity and not only is this brand absolutely fabulous but they have such a great mission as well. Each purchase made will help fund a cleft lip surgery that will transform a child's life forever! I had never even heard of Lasting Smiles before but I will definitely be buying my lip balm from now on!

Piyo Piyo Stylish Bendable Fork and Spoon Set

$4.99 per set (full-size included & promo code for 10% off order)

Z was absolutely tickled by this cute little fork and spoon set and as soon as she saw them, she said "Baby is going to love this!" This is an adorable first feeding set for Baby C and I can't wait til she can use them! Piyo Piyo products are BPA and Phthalate-free, environmentally friendly, and durable. This cute little set allows your child to eat either right-handed or left-handed.

Acure Baby Fix-It Stick

$7.99 for a .5 oz. stick (full-size included & promo code for 20% off order)

In my family, we call these "boo boo sticks" and I've actually been looking for a new brand to use because the brand I have been using discontinued their product. I had never heard of Acure before so I was really excited to try it out. Acure uses plant and food based formulas that are clinically proven to provide optimal performance at a cellular level. This Fix-It Stick soothes all booboos with the benefits of pumpkin, borage and pomegranate oils!

Love Child Organics Super Blends Pouch

$1.99 for a 4 oz. pouch (full-size included & promo code)

Every mom knows food pouches are the ultimate convenience for a family on the go. Love Child makes delicious organic foods with no refined sugars, additives, preservatives or fillers in any of their products! Z and I both tried this out and it was the perfect snack for her in the afternoon! I love feeding my kids things that have amazing ingredients but don't compromise the flavor!

Enjoy Life Grab and Go Seed and Fruit Mix - Mountain Mambo

$15.59 per 24-count (1.6 oz. included)

These are absolutely perfect for families on the go! My husband snatched this up as soon as he saw it and I was lucky to get the little bit I did get to try. This Mountain Mambo mix is free of the eight most common allergens. It's also Kosher, Halal, all natural, and non-GMO verified! Enjoy Life also manufactures a wide variety of other snack as well.

Ellovi Butter Minis - Mint Chocolate

$26 for 3.5 oz. (.5 oz. included & promo code for 15% off)

The Ellovi Butter is also one of my favorite discoveries in this month's box. It smells absolutely divine and it's the best body butter I've ever tried. Its a bit on the pricey side but after trying it for almost a week now, I know why. A little goes a long way, it's absolutely fabulous, and I've added a full size to my Christmas list already. I use it on my hands because they get cracked in the cold (it healed them after one application) and it's gentle enough to use on Z's face that also dries out in the cold. I will definitely be buying more when I run out and that's saying a lot!

Pure Water Baby Wipes Travel Pack
$1.00 travel size (travel size included)

These wipes are so awesome! They contain only purified water, plant extractsm and moisturizing agents. They are also free of chlorine, alcohol, parabens, SLES, and dyes. This travel pack is perfect for throwing into your purse or diaper bag. I love them for cleaning up messes on Z's hands and face. They are gentle enough to use on delicate skin. 

I can tell the people at Ecocentric Mom actually care about what they put into each box and words cannot not express how impressed I am with the selection and quality of this Ecocentric Mom Subscription Box. Check back next month because I have one more box coming to me and I seriously cannot wait to see what comes in it!

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Disclosure of  Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

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